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[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] ReloadGGlax:
Is there any workarounds or anythings. This is kinda new problem to me.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] sd_shadow:
move launcher to /system /apps
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] madeinttown:
Is there an actual guide on how to do a clean/fresh install of Android on this device? Or even just to root?

I tried the kingroot app and it didn't work. Turns out there is another step before, installing the play store. Are there more 'hidden' steps?

Do I even need to root if I want to do a clean install of Android?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] sd_shadow:
http://xdaforums.com/hd8-hd10/general/unbrick-amazon-fire-hd-8-10-t3240034/

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should not need to root for google framework

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root is not needed to reinstall stock firmware
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] madeinttown:
Thanks, but I'm trying to get away from stock firmware. I'm not bricked - I simply don't want Amazon's flavor of Android. Is that possible?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] tintolucci:
Is this kingroot safe?

Maybe it installs spyware?

After all its not an open source project...
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] sd_shadow:
kingroot has been around for a while now, no evidence that they spy, other than save the imei likely so they can see what devices are rootable
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] trent2:
Will this still work with the new 5.1.2 update that came out?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] sd_shadow:
been mixed reports, but the general consensus is no.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] tech6:
Just wondering, those using Kingroot, seems like it slows down the device (HD 8 ), freezes at times, touch screen not very responsive and battery goes fast. Anyone else notice this with their Fire HD 8 after rooting it?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] sd_shadow:
i believe that is common with kingroot, try switching to supersu with supersume
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] tech6:
Ok, but using supersu directions were difficult to understand. I really wanted to, but had a problem understanding the instructions. I will try again. Also, when I looked into it after installing Kingroot and read the following FAQs I gave up because of not being able to follow the instructions.

I. Why we want users to use KingUser ? ?!

Firstly, KingUser is developed by ourselves and directly fit with Su Binary of KingRoot. They are the best couple. And we also did lots efforts to make them better, we really hope everybody can try to use it. Even like this, we didn’t force anyone to use KingUser, it can be removed anytime (if you found your KingUser cannot be removed successfully, please read FAQ). By the way, in order to give everyone better root experience. KingUser and KingRoot will be combined in next version, you can manage root access more convenient.

II. Why you can’t root again sometimes after use Super-Sume ? ?!

Super-Sume don’t delete KingUser with appropriate way but just delete APK file of product of King Studio. That will cause lots files still remain in the System and cause error when you want to install or use KingUser and KingRoot again.

III. Why we restrict to replace KingUser to SuperSu ?

If everybody don’t like KingUser after obtain root access with KingRoot. We can cancel the restriction of SuperSu. However, we want SuperSu to do some change firstly:

1. For now, if we cancel the restriction of SuperSu, it will tell users that KingUser may cause conflicts. And directly force delete KingUser if you click “OK”. It’s not a truth, we will not cause conflicts in fact. It’s no problem if KingUser be deleted by users, which caused by flaw of apps. But we really think SuperSu guide user to delete us with some groundless reason is inappropriate.

2. Just like Super-Sume, SuperSu also delete KingUser with wrong way. It will just delete APK file of product of King Studio but not clear the data in System. System error may be occurred in this situation.

3. SuperSu not only force delete KingUser and KingRoot, we really don’t know why it still delete PURIFY (KingMaster). It seems no doubt that PURIFY have no so called “conflict” with SuperSu. PURIFY is our new product and still in test period, we really want users can try to use it and provide some feedback to us. Hence, we appreciate that if SuperSu stop deleting PURITY which is just a normal app.

In conclusion, if SuperSu stops making unreasonable demands for uninstalling King Studio product, we'll be glad to remove the restriction on SuperSu. We also love freedom and delighted to see all users can enjoy it, but we also need protect our self. Thank you very much.

I believe this is the most up to date info on it. Thanks for your reply to my inquiry.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] sd_shadow:
yah don't use RootKing instructions for installing SuperSU use supersume app instructions
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] tech6:
Ok, thank you. I am assuming you are talking about the instructions from RootJunky at this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3O3DcpeS_Ic

If so, that is easier. I will try it. Thanks.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] sd_shadow:
yes that should be fine
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] tech6:
Ok, I did it. It was very easy to do. I paid for the app in the playstore. I can see a noticeable difference. My HD 8 is responsive, faster and I even got my new lockscreen back! I'm not sure yet, but it may not have had much affect on battery loss, but I can live with that. Thanks again for the info and encouragement! :)
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] rsandoz:
Trying to root Fire HD-10 with 5.1.2

Tried KingRoot (NewKingrootV4.9.6_C151_B297_xda_release_2016_08_03_105243.apk) on my Fire HD 10 (Fire HD 10 Tablet, 10.1" HD Display, Wi-Fi, 16 GB Silver Aluminum) on (5.1.2). KingRoot identified it as (KFTBWI) and gave error message root access is unavailable KFTBWI. Error message at bottom said please try desktop version (Chinese - WOuld love an English version). Tried that, goes through a spinning progress to about 33% then quits with a webcode with some Chinese wording.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] ipdev:
NewKingrootV4.80_C135_B242_office_release_2016_02_03_105203.apk

Worked for both my 8 and 10.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] rsandoz:
Do you have a link to this file. Seems to be missing from Google search.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] sd_shadow:
http://xdaforums.com/devdb/project/?id=9793#downloads
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] rsandoz:
Didn't work, got the exact same behavior as with 4.9.6

booted into sideload mode (power,vol down)

reflashed firemware: update-kindle-32.5.4.2_user_542168620.bin (v5.1.2)

(from Amazon site link)

did a wipe user info and cache

rebooted

selected English and setup wifi later so I don't get OTA

over USB, adb install NewKingrootV4.80_C135_B242_office_release_2016_02_03_105203.apk

ran KingRoot from device,

got screen KingRoot v4.8.0

got a spinning "Checking"

then Verify root status

then a quick screen Model: KFTBWI, Android 5.1.1, Verify Root Status

then Network error (why does KingRoot need network, this doesn't set well with me, aka moving target that may have work in the past but doesn't work now, since whatever payload it is getting from the network could have changed!)

Now when I do a network connection to my wifi (BTW, it very quickly tried to do OTA or at least download the next fw update as I can see in System Updates)

Now I get Root access is unavailable, Model: KFTBWI, Root strategy available, just try it, with button TRY TO ROOT

Next I get a spinning Rooting..., with Percentage progress (at bottom - (i) Warrant will be void after root, (i) install kingroot in firmware is better, etc)

gets to 31%, then solid white screen (stayed like this for 10 minutes, frozen, had to hold power button for 30 secs), rebooted

ran king root again, picked up at 31%,

went to 32%, got new screen, Unable to Root, Please try desktop version

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Is there more than one 5.1.2 (an 6-april vs 13-march or is that just when kingroot was try by the OP?)

Is there any way I can get the 6-April version?

On this thread:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=63061585&postcount=4

What is interesting is this:

Root System Version 5.1.2

13 March 2016: Currently System Version 5.1.2 cannot be rooted

yet, above,

Root System Version 5.1.2

6 April 2016: Currently System Version 5.1.2 Root with

Kingroot KingRoot thread

(This is where I got 5.1.2 to backversion after OTA)

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=63061579&postcount=3

5.1.2 update-kindle-32.5.4.2_user_542168620.bin - Amazon -

MD5 Sum: 7e82caf7ac0679630fcb245cb79acb15

https://kindle-fire-updates.s3.amaz...Htn/update-kindle-32.5.4.2_user_542168620.bin
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] kbs24:
I have read all of these posts and it looks like my new fire tablet hd8 just upgraded, says 5.1.2, but also says 5.1.4 is downloaded and ready to install. So maybe it is actually verseion 5.1.2.1 , because kingroot absolutely doesn't work on it. So from the Amazon link referenced above, I downloaded the update.bin file for 5.1.2 (since I cannot go back to 5.1.1 would brick) but I don't know how to install it. I believe this may be my only chance to possibly get root with kingroot......can someone please give me an idea how to install the bin file? I did not install any custom recovery, I just have google play store working etc etc. I need to get root to block further otas. Also can someone tell me where the downloaded 5.1.4 is stored? If I can find it with ES file explorer I would like to remove it. thanks for help:confused:
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] rsandoz:
Power off then hold power and vol down (keep both held for about 30 secs into boot). You should get a DOS looking menu that you can navigate with the vol up/down keys. Make sure your USB cable is plugged in. Run from command prompt (adb devices) and ensure you have a device listed. On the tablet, pick the option fom the menu to get a an APK file. On the computer type "adb sideload update_xxxx.apk". Assuming you have a proper flash file it will slowly churn through to 100% and flash your tablets OS. If you have a mismatch firmware file, it will crap out with an error at about 47%. After this is done you may want to also choose the option to wipe the cache and user data prior to rebooting the tablet (1st option)

let me know how it goes, because I have been doing this repeatedly, but when I try to kingroot, i cannot.

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This didn't work for me.

Here is my details:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=68263890&postcount=68
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] kbs24:
THIS WORKED PERFECTLY. THANK YOU! But I used Kingroot for PC so I did not have to turn on wifi on the tablet. It worked the first time. So it I must have had 5.1.2.1 because the build date of the sideloaded firmware was something like January or February 2016 instead of March 2016, and downgrading to 5.1.2 was they key. So try using kingroot for pc with usb cable instead of running it on the tablet then you don't have to deal with wifi. Maybe that will work for you after you sideload the right 5.1.2 bin file again. Please let me know how you do with that method.....
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] ipdev:
Deleted. (Taped the wrong key.)
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] rsandoz:
Wound up returning it yesterday afternoon :(

I really just wanted a non-shenanigan tablet for using apps that I already bought to watch videos that I already own or purchase through something besides Amazon. I was afraid that with this tablet that one day I would do some sort of irreversible update maybe even accidentally or just 6 month down the line when I become technically aloof and complacent with the device. While this is a great table, I am just hoping to spend a few more dollars on a hackless device that meets my requirements.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] Arnav7:
Anyone had any luck with 5.3.1.0 (Fire HD 8) and if so what did you do?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] kbs24:
make nova launcher default without uninstalling

I would like to be able to change default launcher to nova or apex and then be able to switch back to theFire Tablet launcher via a screen icon. I have the screen icons set up to be able to switch, but is there a way to be able to make the altoernate launcher map to the home button?? The "settings" of the Fire Tablet is pretty bad, and under manage apps there are no defaults set for home. I have downloaded a couple of home switching apps, and none of them can actually force home button binding to the alternate launcher. There must be a way. Tablet is rooted.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] ipdev:
The only way I could use a different launcher (nova) properly was by changing the name of com.firelauncher.apk

/system/priv-app/com.amazon.firelauncher/com.firelauncher.apk

I changed it to :

/system/priv-app/com.amazon.firelauncher/--com.firelauncher.apk.--

(Some suggest to delete, but just changing the name worked for me.)

Just renamed back to com.firelauncher.apk and rebooted. fire launcher is running.

Changed back to --com.firelauncher.apk.-- and rebooted. nova launcher is running.

I know it's more than an icon click but it works..

Not sure why anyone would want fire launcher but, hey too each their own. :o

Curious to see if home switching apps work with com.firelauncher is disabled.. :confused:

!! To all reading this post, make sure to install and setup a different launcher before disabling com.firelauncher.apk !!
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] kbs24:
I figured out a way. I moved the firelauncher.apk to /data/apps and changed the permissions to match the other user apps. Rebooted. Then got a prompt to select default launcher and the firelauncher was one of the choices. I am using Apex Launcher, which I had to put into /system/apps with appropriate permissions so that I could install wallpaper.

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Has anyone been able to get live wallpapers to work? I did some messing around with file location and the wallpapers are showing up in the wallpaper selections, but they are unable to be set. I also tried several alternate launchers, didn't make a difference. I can't imagine this is a hardware issue. Any ideas?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] sd_shadow:
try this thread
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] ipdev:
Good idea. :good:

Works for me too.

Thanks for another option. (Might be the better one so far. ;) )
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] nyln:
Reminder to everyone, disable OTA updates as soon as possible! It will break your root!
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] ahac85:
Any method to root the new fire hd8 (2016)?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] XmanORE:
I grok "nope". Is anyone aware of anyone working to do this?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] ppxp:
I used the ADB-Driver from the 5th Gen. and the device is connected. Shell works also, but 'SU' is not there :(
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] Rmag37:
Looks like Fire 5.3.1 is rooted now http://xdaforums.com/amazon-fire/general/root-t3471289

Doesn't sound like this technique works for the new 2016 HD 8 though. But I would expect that someone with more knowledge on the subject will make it work eventually. I'm half tempted to try myself but I haven't rooted a device since my HTC G1 XD
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] TripFlex:
Got the new 2016 HD8 today, unfortunately all current root methods do not work, but I am able to install Google Play store and it works perfectly fine without having to run any shell commands via adb.

Weird thing I noticed too, under dev options it has the OEM unlock, but anytime i press it and hit OK at the prompt, just disables it right away ... fun stuff heh
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] ulises.rodriguez:
As you said you could install Google Play Store on the All-New FireHD8 6th Gen. 2016, without having to run any shell command through ADB, I would like to know, if I'll only just have to download and install the next 4 apk files:

Google Account Manager_4.4.4-1227136.apk

Google Services Framework_4.4.4-1227136.apk

Google Play services_9.6.83 (230-1331550558).apk

Google Play Store_7.0.16.H-all [0].apk

I also would like to know if the correct version of the Google Play services, according to the Screen DPI of the FireHD8, is 230 or Not? : 230-1331550558

Google Play services_9.6.83 (230-1331550558).apk
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] AQURORA:
Installing Google Play Easy (works on 6th gen)

First: Go to Settings > Security > Enable Apps from Unknown Sources.

Download The Google Apps (I can't link, so google search them)

**Use an app such as ES File Explorer to install them, but install them in this exact order:

Google Services Framework

Google Play Services

Google Account Manager

Google Play Store

After Google Play Store is installed (the last one), open it. Search and download Youtube App. After Youtube App is done, open it, which will bring you to the Google Play Store Update page. Update. Restart Device. Done.:good: Everything in the Google App Store should be working.

Cheers.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] ttcontributor:
The good news is we can root 5.3.1 now for Amazon HD. The bad news is, unlike Fire 7" 5th Gen, there is no custom rom for it.

Anyway, once we have root access how can we seamlessly integrate a custom launcher to work with it? I found a few methods here, but it involves corrupting the Fire Launcher, one more thing is it will briefly show the Fire launcher before Nova. And one big issue is the launcher will not stick after reboot!!!
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] Moody66:
Doesnt work for Fire HD 10. Or the new 8.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] ttcontributor:
Just realized this too with two of my HD 10 5.3.1.0 after bein successful with Fire 7" 5.3.1.0 :(
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] behradbv:
Hi, I have the latest firmwire on my HD8 and Kingroot can't root my device.

Should I wait until root become available or It's better to downgrade and then root it? How can I downgrade it?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] ttcontributor:
Patient.

Don't attempt to downgrade as it will hard brick the device!
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] DPclue91:
I was under the impression os 5.3.1 was able to root the fire HD8

just need to follow rootjunky video does anyone have a link? or even a link to something close to follow? seeings how a HD8 video doesnt exist.

P.s anyone else think the "Generation" break down is super confusing? Ive had a heck of a time figuring out what info pertains to my device and what doesnt.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] kamor:
Do you have the new 2016 model? If yes, we can't root it yet.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] DPclue91:
No I'm the 2015 HD8
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] Moody66:
If it is running 5.3.1 you can NOT root it. Or roll it back.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] sd_shadow:
I created a new thread

[Q&A/T] Amazon Fire 5th Gen [SuperTool] (Un/Official Help Thread for HD8/HD10)

for specific questions about the Fire Supertool and the HD8/HD10 models

It's a work in progress
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] eyeconic:
Do you really need to root this thing?

I have a rooted Nexus 5 phone. I have a couple of apps that require root privileges.

The reason for rooting Kindle devices in the past was to be able to install Google apps. I never did get those to work on my HDX 7. However, those can now be installed without root privileges. In addition to enabling the Google Play Store you can install apps (like blogger) requiring the Google Accounts app.

By the way, I have a strong suspicion that Amazon is now using some code from Chrome which might explain the improved compatibility. Ultimately I now have a super 8" tablet that functions like an Android while retaining the Kindle goodies.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] 00sivan:
Very useful

Eyeconic,

That's probably the most useful post on the thread. Can you elaborate?

Are you able to install and use Google Cast, Play Newsstand, Play Books, HBO NOW on your stock 5.3.1? If so, I might upgrade, because you're right, that was the whole point of rooting.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] MegaKabuterimon:
So, thank you for posting the first and only 6th gen guide for the fire tablet, but these instructions aren't working for me. I have a feeling it could be because I updated the Fire OS to 5.3.1.1 (latest patch). Every time I try to install any of the apps listed above, I get a "parse error", which I'm sure in Kindle speak means "we don't want any google play on this device, use our app store because we want money damn it". It does this even when I try to use the ES Explorer, which coincidentally, I am no longer able to update. Any suggestions?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] sd_shadow:
parse error is just general install error, often a factory reset will fix

the 7in supertool also works great for installing Google Apps

I created a new thread

[Q&A/T] Amazon Fire 5th Gen [SuperTool] (Un/Official Help Thread for HD8/HD10)

for specific questions about the Fire Supertool and the HD8/HD10 models
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] Jackie78:
Did anyone have success using Kingroot on the latest 2016 Fire HD 8 (and 10) devices?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] Jackie78:
I have installed Google apps on my Fire HD 6th Gen, but I cannot automatically sync my Google account, to automatically be notified of new mails in the GoogleMail app. There is no such setting as "add account" to add custom accounts. Is there any workaround?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] munsterisque:
No, not yet. I'm following this daily, because I want to root it. This is what I know so far:

Kindle 8, 6th Generation:

Root: Not possible yet with any tool

Google Play/Store -

[*]On 5.3.1 OS -> Via Rootjunky Script.

[*]On 5.3.1.1 OS -> I dont know.​
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] Jackie78:
I installed the Playstore on 5.3.1, after that the device auto-updated to 5.3.1.1, and the playstore is still there. So maybe I had just luck...
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] sd_shadow:
no that is how it should work, if play store was installed as a user app (non root method)
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] Cybso:
Rowhammer?

Somebody already tried this on Fire HD (Android rooting with rowhammer attack)?

http://arstechnica.com/security/201...tflips-to-root-android-phones-is-now-a-thing/

Edit: Oh, the software hasn't been published yet :-/
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] inscythe:
There's also dirty cow exploit too. Better turn off auto update for now till there is a public dirty cow-based rooting solution
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] ElijahJ777:
Help Please!

Hello and Thank you for viewing my post!

I am New to Android Devices and the "Rooting" Process. I am a regular Apple user and use a Jailbroken iPhone and Use a Mac as well but have Windows Mirroring Capabilities on my Mac.

I just bought the Kindle Fire HD 8 (6th Generation) (2016) and it came with os 5.1.1 installed but once i connected to wifi it automatically updated me to 5.3.1.1.

I do not like the OS it includes as there are too many annoyances present (Ads, Unwanted OEM Applications, Etc.) and would like to Root my device and Run a "Real" Android OS and in other words, convert my Kindle Fire HD 8 into a Android Tablet as many do but i am unable to root because i am on 5.3.1.1.

If someone could please help walk me through the steps i need to take to root and all the tools ill need to do so, as well as ways to avoid bricking the device in the process.

Thank you in advance!

-Elijah
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] dice4206:
Does anyone know for sure how to root a Fire 10 H.D. OS 5.3.1? Ive tried the super tool from Root Junky and King root. No success. Ive looked at every article and website that comes up in a search but no joy so far. Any assist would be appreciated. I hope this post is in the correct place. Thank you
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] Moody66:
It isn't bootable....
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 General] tech6:
The 6th gen Amazon tablets cannot be rooted at this time. The best you can hope for is to get the playstore on it. If you don't want the ads, pull up a chat screen with Amazon customer service and request nicely that they remove the ads. Guy on YouTube has video on it if you can believe it. :)